2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1980 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fiesta 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 50 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1980 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
