1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 11 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
