1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Riley 4 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 1964 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1964 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Vivace | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
