1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 25 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 1,587 cc, 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 307 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
