1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 33 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 497 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, 2011 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 207 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
