2001 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
