1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
