1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vivace | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
