1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 106 (94 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 178 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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (117 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 106 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 190 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
