1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 4 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 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 496 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 1986 Ford Granada 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 1986 Ford Granada. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Granada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
