1985 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1992 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Vivace |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |