1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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 Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Bravo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
