1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Bravo and 1998 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Bravo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 537 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
