1974 Honda Life vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,780 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (120 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1780 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
