1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 534 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
