1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat

To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 1146 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.

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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2005 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Vivace 2005 Honda Lagreat
Make Fiat Honda
Model Vivace Lagreat
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 55.5 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 1962 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 3010 mm


 

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