2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1991 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1991 Ford Scorpio 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 1991 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1991 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
