2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
