1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504D | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
