1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Carina weights approximately 140 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 1973 Toyota Carina 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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, 1973 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |