1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1993 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
