1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05

To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 815 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 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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 CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2013 Mazda CX-05 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. 2013 Mazda CX-05 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 2013 Mazda CX-05
Make Citroen Mazda
Model Visa CX-05
Year Released 1983 2013
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 651 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4555 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 2165 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2700 mm


 

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