2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Bravo | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |