1974 Renault 17 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 17 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 17 | Citi |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |