1983 Fiat Vivace vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 776 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2751 mm |
