2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1995 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2230 mm |
