2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1997 Ford Versailles
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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, 1997 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1997 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
