1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 325 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
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1995 Fiat Bravo | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Bravo | A3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |