2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1982 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
