1978 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1990 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
