1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
