1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Vivace and 1986 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Laser (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Ford Laser.
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, 1986 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser. 1986 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
