2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 96 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Bravo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |
