1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda.
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, 1983 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2170 mm |
