1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 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 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
