1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 1960 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 203 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
