1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 2014 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vivace | A |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
