2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio II | 106 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
