1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1957 Peugeot 203 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 80 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 203 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
