1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
