1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |