1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 30 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 72 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
