1985 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 106 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
