1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 43 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1280 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 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Publica | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Publica | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
