1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 130 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
