1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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 (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
