1965 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Aceca weights approximately 111 kg more than 1977 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
