2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |