1966 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 865 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Publica | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Publica | Camry |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |