1969 Simca 1501 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 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 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1969 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 1969 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, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1501 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
