1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 106 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
