1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 106 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Aspire | 106 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
