2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 1989 Nissan Pintara 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. 1989 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
