2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 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 1981 Porsche 930. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Bravo | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |