1978 Volkswagen Citi vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Citi | 220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
