1976 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
