1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
