1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1997 Fiat Vivace
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Duna and 1997 Fiat Vivace were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1997 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Duna | Vivace |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1371 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |