2009 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 304 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1290 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 | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
