1973 Renault 12 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Renault 12 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 12 | Citi |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |