1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 121 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, 1995 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
