1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 104 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
