2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Bravo | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |