1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Bravo 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Bravo | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
