1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1217 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Publica | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Publica | Charger |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |