1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 790 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Vivace | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
