2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | 20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
