1987 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
