1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
