1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 1 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 214 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Summit | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
