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Peugeot 106 I (1A/C) 1.4 D (50 Hp)
Overall Rating
Peugeot 106:
The Peugeot 106 is a supermini car produced by French automaker Peugeot between 1991 and 2003. Launched in September 1991, it was Peugeot's entry level offering throughout its production life, and was initially sold only as a three-door hatchback, with a five-door hatchback joining the range in August 1992. Production ended in July 2003.
For the first year of production, the 1. 0 and 1. 1 petrol engines came with a carburettor, but were replaced by fuel injected engines from the end of 1992, as a result of EEC emissions regulations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (1A/C) Overview:
Peugeot 106 (I (1A/C)). With 82 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 840 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 21 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 D (50 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very modest performance, suitable only for relaxed city driving. Acceleration is notably sluggish.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, making it a very cheap car to run, especially for daily commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy on diesel variants
- • Agile and fun handling, especially in sportier trims
- • Compact size ideal for city driving and parking
- • Affordable to buy and maintain (historically)
- • Good range of engines from economical to sporty
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards (no NCAP rating)
- • Limited interior space, especially for rear passengers
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Road noise can be significant at higher speeds
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (1A/C): 1991 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 106 |
| Generation: | I (1A/C) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 D (50 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 50 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 36.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 82 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9Y TUD3Y More details about the engine K9Y TUD3Y |
| Engine displacement: | 1361 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 21 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 21 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.8 kg/Hp, 59.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.2 kg/Nm, 97.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 20 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 840 |
| Max. weight: | 1280 |
| Max load: | 440 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 564 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 215 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3564 mm mm |
| Width: | 1590 mm mm |
| Height: | 1369 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2385 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1380 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1300 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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