2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Bravo | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
