1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 424 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 1998 Honda S2000 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 1998 Honda S2000. 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Vivace | S2000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |