2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 124 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 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 1987 Ford RS 200. 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 116 L |
