2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Bravo 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Bravo Carlton
Year Released 2008 1993
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 3638 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 532 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 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 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm


 

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