1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 570 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
