1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 26 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Vivace | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
