1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 14 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 498 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
