1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
