1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 363 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2005 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 307 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1168 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
