1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 168 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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
