1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 11 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
