1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 203 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2992 mm |
