1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda 1000 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 1969 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 1000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |