1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1982 Fiat Vivace and 1982 Ford Meteor were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 75 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.
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 Ford Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 1982 Ford Meteor 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 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Vivace | Meteor |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |