1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 524 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | Juke |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
