1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Vivace | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
