1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 121 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 121 | Citi |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |