1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 408 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
