1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Fiat Vivace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1977 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
