1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 247 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
