1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 285 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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1989 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
