1975 Peugeot 104 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 104 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 104 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
