1997 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 32 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 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 | 1275 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
