1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 375 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
