1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 106 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
