1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 38 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 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 504D (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504D | Citi |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 49 L |
