1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 734 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.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
