1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 206 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 210 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 | 722 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
