2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Bravo | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bravo | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |