1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1697 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3140 mm |
