1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo 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 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Vivace | Cervo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |