1999 Honda City vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 3 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 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 140 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, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda City | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | City | 106 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
