1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 17 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 700 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | Auris |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |