1967 Peugeot 204 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 476 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Peugeot 204 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
