2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 518 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. 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 @ 2250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Bravo | 356 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |