1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1965 Toyota Publica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ2 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
