1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
