2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. Both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 1991 Mercury Capri are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. 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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Bravo | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
