1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 720 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 607 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
