1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 35 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 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 374 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Citi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
