1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
