1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 406 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
