1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 285 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
