1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
