1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 24 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 535 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | A |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 805 kg | 1340 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 |