1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 675 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
