1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2001 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 5 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace 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. 2001 Mazda Demio weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2001 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | Demio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
