1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 514 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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
