1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1944 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
