2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
