1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 198 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, 1995 Opel Astra (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
