1973 Peugeot 204 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204.
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 Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 204 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
