1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 17 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 575 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Vivace | Joice |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
