1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 106 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
