1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 44 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Vivace | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |
