1973 Renault 15 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 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Renault 15 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Citi |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |