1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred

To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 11 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2046 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Fiat Vivace 2006 Ford Five Hundred
Make Fiat Ford
Model Vivace Five Hundred
Year Released 1995 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2870 mm


 

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