1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1986 Fiat Vivace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
