2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 823 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 407 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1403 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |