1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504D | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
