1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford GT 40 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 1969 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
