1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 708 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 1978 Dodge Aspen 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 1978 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Aspen | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
