2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Brava | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
