2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo.
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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Bravo | Apollo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |