1970 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Audi 100 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 1970 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
