2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
