1962 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 898 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 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Publica | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Passat |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |