2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Bravo | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |