1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Citi |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
