1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 30 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 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
