1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 415 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
