1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, both 1982 Fiat Vivace and 1982 Mazda Cosmo were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1982 Mazda Cosmo 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 1982 Mazda Cosmo. 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 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Vivace | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |