1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 270 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
