1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 130 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, 1990 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2010 Fiat 500 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. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
