1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 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 20 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Simca 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Vivace | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
