1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 1985 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
