1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
