1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 360 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 Ford Escort (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
