1964 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 751 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 1964 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 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Publica | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Touran |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |