1971 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1971 Audi 100 and 1971 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1971 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | 100 | 504 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |