1971 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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, 1971 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
