1995 Peugeot 106 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 846 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.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 106 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 106 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
