1973 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Vauxhall Victor | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | Citi |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
