1981 Renault Siete vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1981 Renault Siete is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 133 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Siete | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Citi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
