1990 Audi 80 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 25 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 130 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 80 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
