2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
