1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1994 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
