1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1231 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat Vivace 2013 Honda Pilot
Make Fiat Honda
Model Vivace Pilot
Year Released 1982 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 55.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 2041 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4861 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2775 mm


 

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