1967 Peugeot 404 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Peugeot 404 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
