1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1990 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1163 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.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1990 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
