1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Bravo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
