1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Camaro and 1996 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Camaro | 106 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |