1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
