2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
