1978 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 306. 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
