1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1994 Subaru Vivio 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 156 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2320 mm |
