1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
