1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 237 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace. 2012 Honda Jazz 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. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
