1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
