2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Bravo | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
