2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 302 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Citi |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |