1976 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Kadett | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 106 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
