1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius is newer by 40 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 185 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Because 1962 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 1962 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius, 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
