1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 17 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-01 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
