1999 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Contour | Bravo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |