1969 Peugeot 404 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (85 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 404 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
