1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Sprinter | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Citi |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |