1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 504 | 106 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |