2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 999 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2230 mm |
