1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | SP |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
