1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Vivace | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Vivace | Santana |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |