1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 14 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 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 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 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 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
