1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 4 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 554 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Vivace | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
