1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 397 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
