2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 83 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Citi |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |