2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Venture |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |