1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
