1962 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Publica | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Publica | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |