1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204, 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
