1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 106 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
