1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1972 Ford Maverick 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 1972 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Maverick | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Citi |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |