1996 Volkswagen Parati vs. 2010 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 107 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 107. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 107. (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Parati | 2010 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Parati | 107 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
