1998 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 106 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
