1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 42 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 830 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 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Publica | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Publica | TT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
