1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Visa weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Because 1992 Mazda AZ-1 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 1992 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
