1978 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 101 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Citi | Micra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
