1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1987 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
