1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava, 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Brava | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |