1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. Both 1982 Citroen Visa and 2008 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 206 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
