2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 6 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, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Laputa | 106 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 62 mm |
| 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 | 750 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
