1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 65 kg more 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, 1986 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Vivace | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Vivace | Jetta |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |