2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1985 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
