2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 431 kg more than 1987 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
