1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 16 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 595 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 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
