1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 23 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 580 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | A |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 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 |
