2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 517 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.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
