1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |