2009 Audi A5 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A5 | Brava |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 64.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |