1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 424 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Vivace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2467 mm |
