1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Vivace | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 750 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
