1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Fiat Vivace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 818 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2320 mm |
