1992 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 206 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
