1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 247 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.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 106 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
