1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 46 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 644 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
