1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
