1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Vivace | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |