2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 22 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
