1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2001 Peugeot Partner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot Partner (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 419 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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, 2001 Peugeot Partner (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2001 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | Partner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
