1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 106 (49 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 1992 Peugeot 106 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 106 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
