1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1977 Honda Accord

To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Fiat Vivace 1977 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Vivace Accord
Year Released 1989 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1370 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2390 mm


 

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