2003 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
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, 2003 Audi A2 (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1990 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A2 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
