1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 106 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |