1970 Peugeot 404 vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 404 | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
