1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 14 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 246 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Vivace | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
