1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1982 Fiat Vivace and 1982 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 10 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Vivace | Corsa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |