1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 504 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
