1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
