2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 32 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 447 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica. 1977 Toyota Celica 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. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
