1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 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 6 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Corsa weights approximately 95 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
