1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
