1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 40 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 552 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Publica | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
