1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 1974 Lotus Eclat has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Lotus Eclat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Vivace | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
