1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 425 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, 2003 Opel Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Combo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |
