1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 18 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 15 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Life |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| 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 | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
