2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
