1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
