1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | 62 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2390 mm |
