1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 170 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Vivace | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Vivace | Lupo |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |