1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 105 kg more 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, 1981 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | Panda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
