1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Peugeot 504 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 1977 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 504 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
