1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 415 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vivace | 146 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
