1966 Audi Variant vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 204 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 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, 1966 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Variant | 204 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
