2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 416 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Bravo | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
