1999 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 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 190 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
