2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Bravo | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |