1965 Peugeot 404 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 404 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
