1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 194 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 Weight | 722 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |