1986 Citroen C vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 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, 1986 Citroen C (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 1995 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
