1971 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 39 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 550 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.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
