1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (82 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Peugeot 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
