2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Bravo | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |