1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 34 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot iOn (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot iOn should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2012 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | iOn |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
