1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
