2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 31 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 290 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiorino | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |