1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 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, 1971 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 204 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
