1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Bravo | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
