1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. 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 Isuzu Impulse (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Impulse | 107 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
