2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 259 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Bravo | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
