2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Bravo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
