1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 106 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 106 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
