1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus 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) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Taunus weights approximately 204 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1980 Ford Taunus 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 1980 Ford Taunus. 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
