1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1994 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
