1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 21 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 820 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Visa | 406 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |