1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 4 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.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
