2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Renault Spider 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 1997 Renault Spider. 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 (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
