1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 104 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |
