1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1997 Fiat Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 370 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.
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, 1997 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
