1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 175 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
