1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 652 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 2009 Honda CR-V 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. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Vivace | CR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |