1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa 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 45 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 41 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 309 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
