1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Brava | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
