2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Because 1970 Opel Commodore 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 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
