1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 633 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |