1975 Peugeot 504 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 504 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2170 mm |
