1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat 127 weights approximately 50 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 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
