1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 309 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ford Vedette (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Vivace | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Vivace | Vedette |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |