1983 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 106 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |