2009 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.

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2009 Audi A3 1969 Peugeot 204
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A3 204
Year Released 2009 1969
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1130 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 42 L