1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 49 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 870 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Publica | Colt |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
