1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
