2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
