1964 Toyota Publica vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 680 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Publica | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2030 mm |
