1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 296 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |
