1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1977 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Familia weights approximately 78 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, 1977 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
