1978 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Citi | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
