1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Punto | 1995 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Vivace |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |