1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 354 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 1987 TVR 420 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 1987 TVR 420. 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Vivace | 420 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
