1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour 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 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 155 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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Vivace | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
