1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1983 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, 1975 Peugeot 104 (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 104 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
