2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1992 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
