1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 22 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Demio weights approximately 155 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, 2000 Mazda Demio (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Demio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |