1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
