2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Bravo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
