1962 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 49 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1074 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Publica | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Publica | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
