2009 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 780 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 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
