1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 309 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
