1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 590 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2651 mm |
