1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |
