1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1978 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 818 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
