2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Idea | 106 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
