1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | A |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
