1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 185 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 1978 Mazda 626 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 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
