1975 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 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 1975 Ford Escort 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 Escort. 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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 106 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |