2003 Peugeot 106 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 106 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 106 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 106 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
