2000 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
