2003 Honda Insight vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Insight weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106.
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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 106 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
