1976 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 290 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
