1973 Peugeot 204 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 547 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 204 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
