1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 446 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
