1976 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 29 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, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (261 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
