1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 206 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
