1958 Ford Popular vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Popular weights approximately 51 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Popular | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2170 mm |
