2006 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
