1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 34 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 1978 Mazda RX-3 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 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2320 mm |
