2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 925 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Bravo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 L |
