1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50, 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 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Publica | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | V50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
