1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Subaru 360 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 1967 Subaru 360. 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 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 106 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
