1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Vivace and 1986 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Vivace | 309 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |