1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 469 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
