1998 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Puma | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
