1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 987 cc, 1972 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Familia weights approximately 18 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Familia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 987 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |