1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Familia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |