1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 12 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 856 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 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
