1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 16 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1512 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.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Vivace | Durango |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3043 mm |
