1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1983 Fiat Vivace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1958 Holden FE 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 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Vivace | FE |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
