2006 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
