1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 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) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1957 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 203 | Citi |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |