2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Bravo | 904 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
