1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1979 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 206 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Visa | 206 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |