1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mirafiori | Citi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
