1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1958 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Peugeot 203 | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Publica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |