1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
