1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 128 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 128 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
