2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 533 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
