1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 304 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 304 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
