2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Bravo | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
