1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace. 1992 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Vivace | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
