1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (91 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
