1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 604 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 604 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 604 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
