1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Fiat Vivace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |