1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 604 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 604 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
