2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Bravo | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |