1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 is newer by 18 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 106 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
