1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 19 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
