1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1092 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Fiat Vivace | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Vivace | Rexton |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |