2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 30 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 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 107 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
