1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxie | Publica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
