1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 741 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
