1979 Volvo 66 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 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 1979 Volvo 66 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 Volvo 66. 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 (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 66 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 66 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
