1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 125 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Vivace | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
