1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete.
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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Siete |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
