2009 Peugeot 1007 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 582 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 1007, 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 1007 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 1007 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |
