1965 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 462 kg more than 1969 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 Sunbeam Tiger | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Tiger | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
