1962 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1286 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Publica | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Publica | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |