1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 254 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
