1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 418 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
