1975 Peugeot 104 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 757 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 104 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 104 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
