1970 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 Renault 10. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
