1973 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Escort weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1973 Ford Escort 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 1973 Ford Escort. 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, 1973 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Citi |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |