1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Capri weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1991 Mercury Capri (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Vivace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
