2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 695 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat 126 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 1980 Fiat 126. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Bravo | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
