2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 276 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | 216 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
