1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 307 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
