2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
