1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
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 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
