1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 186 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vivace | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
