1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 890 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
