1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Corona weights approximately 126 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
