1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1325 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Sixty | 106 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
