1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
Model | Visa | CL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |