1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 16 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 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Z |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
