2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
