1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1978 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 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 504 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2537 mm |