1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
