1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Publica | 607 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2179 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
