1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 600 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 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
