1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 11 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 110 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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
