1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 525 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Vivace | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
