1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 252 kg more than 1993 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Capri 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 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Vivace | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
