2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete 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 55 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Renault Siete. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Siete |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
