1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
