2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
