1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 1998 Cadillac Catera and 1998 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Cadillac Catera 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 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
