2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.

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2003 Audi RS6 1965 Peugeot 204
Make Audi Peugeot
Model RS6 204
Year Released 2003 1965
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1130 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 444 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L