1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Because 1963 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Peugeot 404 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 404 | Sera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
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 | 73 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |