1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 30 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 560 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |