1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 362 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Citi |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 862 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
