1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 7 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 839 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 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vivace | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
