2007 Audi S6 vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 944 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 2007 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S6 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
