1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 204 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 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 1969 Porsche 911. 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
