1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1984 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Talbot 1510. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 270 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, 1984 Talbot 1510 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1984 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Vivace | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
