1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 24 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), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
