2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 104 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
