1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 635 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 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | NSX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
