1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Salsa | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1435 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
