1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1958 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 1958 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 203 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
