1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 390 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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 25 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
