2003 Honda City vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 25 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, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 60 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Citi |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |