1973 Peugeot 204 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 167 kg more than 1973 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Peugeot 204 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 204 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |