1993 Peugeot 306 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 306 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
