1966 Peugeot 404 vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, both 1966 Peugeot 404 and 1966 Toyota Publica were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1966 Peugeot 404 | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
