1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 725 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 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Vivace | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |