1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1985 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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 Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
