1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 475 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 106 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
