1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern weights approximately 214 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vivace | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
