1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 13 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 15 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Fiat Vivace 1999 Honda Today
Make Fiat Honda
Model Vivace Today
Year Released 1986 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1400 mm


 

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