1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Audi A4

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 16 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 980 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 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Vivace 2006 Audi A4
Make Fiat Audi
Model Vivace A4
Year Released 1990 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 55.5 mm 91.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2660 mm


 

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