1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 669 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
