1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 585 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | GTI |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2578 mm |
