1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |