2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Volvo V40.
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, 1999 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | V40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
