1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 803 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Vivace | S60 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |