1995 Peugeot 106 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Carina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1970 Toyota Carina (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 106 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 106 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
