1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1975 Mazda 818 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 1975 Mazda 818. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 818 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
