1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 44 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1088 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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Toyota Publica | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Sharan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |