1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 13 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 113 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Vivace | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
