1996 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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 (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 206 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |