1984 Audi 90 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 90 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
