1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 68 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, 1998 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
