1980 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 106 (75 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 176 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Because 1980 Ford Capri 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 1980 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 106 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
