1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Vivace | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |