1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Vivace | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
