1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 322 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
