1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 94 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Citi |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
