1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 578 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | A |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |