2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
