1958 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 122 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Citi |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |