1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 27 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 674 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 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
