1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, both 1982 Fiat Vivace and 1982 Buick Century were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Century (110 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century should accelerate faster 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 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 1982 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Vivace | Century |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2662 mm |
