1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
