1987 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 102 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1982 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
