2009 Audi R8 vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | R8 | Brava |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |