2000 Peugeot 106 vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 106 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 194 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106.
Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 106 | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 106 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
