1996 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 360 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 106 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
