1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 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 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1255 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
