1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | A |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
