1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Peugeot 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1944 Peugeot 202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Peugeot 202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
