1999 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Insight weights approximately 40 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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 106 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
