1967 Simca 1501 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 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 1967 Simca 1501. 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1501 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
