2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 13 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
