1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 27 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 414 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2005 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 206 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 147 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
