1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Vivace | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | Carina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |