2001 Audi A2 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A2 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
