1963 Toyota Publica vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | 440 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
