1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
