1999 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 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 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.

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1999 Audi A4 1953 Peugeot 203
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A4 203
Year Released 1999 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1287 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 6.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 50 L