1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 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 206 (261 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Visa | 206 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |