1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 600 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 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
