2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot Partner (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Peugeot Partner (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Partner | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
