1981 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Citi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
