1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Because 1959 Lotus Elite 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 1959 Lotus Elite. 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, 1959 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elite | 106 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
