1972 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 106 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
