1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 55 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 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
Model | 2 Litres | 106 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |