1961 Peugeot 404 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Peugeot 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Peugeot 404 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
