1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 31 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1015 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 2012 BMW 640 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace. 2012 BMW 640 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. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Vivace | 640 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2968 mm |
