1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. 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 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota 2000GT | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000GT | Citi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
