2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 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 45 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 536 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Bravo | 104 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
