1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
