1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 292 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Bravo | i30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| 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 | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
