1969 Toyota Publica vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Publica (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Volkswagen 1302 (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
