1992 Peugeot 106 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 106.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 106 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 106 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
