1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
