1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
