2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 4 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz 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, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Matiz | 106 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
