1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 508 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Vivace | Accent |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
