2004 Peugeot Partner vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Peugeot Partner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot Partner | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Partner | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
