1980 Renault 14 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 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 13 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 14 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
