1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1989 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1989 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Arna | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
