1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Fiat Vivace | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Vivace | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |