1974 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
