1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
