1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
