2004 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 304 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
