1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 46 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 585 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Publica | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Publica | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
