1975 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 106 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
