1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. 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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
