1976 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 36 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
