1996 Peugeot 406 vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 406 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 406 (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1976 Audi 80. 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, 1996 Peugeot 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 406 | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 406 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
