1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
