1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Cosmo 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 Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |