1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 305 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
