1994 Peugeot 106 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 106 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ferrari |
| Model | 106 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
