1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa 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 8 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 121 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 121 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
