2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
