1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 204 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |