1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 106 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1966 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Peugeot 106 (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 70 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 | 800 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 | 30 L | 70 L |
