1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 685 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
