1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 106 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT 70 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 62 mm |
| 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 | 765 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
