1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 514 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 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
