1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Citi |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |