1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Because 1963 Peugeot 404 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 404 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
