1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 106 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
