1961 Peugeot 404 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 404 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404.
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, 1961 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm). This means 1961 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Peugeot 404 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
