1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 630 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.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Magna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
