1960 Peugeot 404 vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (102 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 404. 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, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 404 | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
