1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | 117 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 49 L |
