1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 488 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
