1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 20 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 2 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 50 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life 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. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Life |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
