1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |