1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
