1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Citi |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
