1987 Peugeot 205 vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Corona weights approximately 91 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205, 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 205 | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
