1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 12 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 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
