1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 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 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 205 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
