1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | 200 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |