2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 307 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
