1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 551 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTO | Citi |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 49 L |
