2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
