2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravo | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
