1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Vivace and 1996 Lexus SC were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 734 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 1996 Lexus SC 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 1996 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 1996 Lexus SC | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | Vivace | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |