1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 720 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 106 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
